1st Annual 5K Foot Pursuit!

A community run/walk event in pursuit of funding and awareness for the Special Olympics Marion County Local Program. Registration now open.

Take the Lead. Take the Pledge.

The Respect Campaign asks people to pledge to stop using the word "retard(ed)" and other derogatory language, as a starting point toward creating more accepting attitudes and communities for all people. Join Special Olympics Oregon in creating a more accepting and inclusive world. Learn more about the Respect Campaign here.

Serving over 14,000 participants each year

Special Olympics Oregon represents the largest disability population in Oregon, providing life-changing opportunities to children, youth and adults living with intellectual disabilities through our year-round programs and services. Learn more about what we do and who we serve.

50/50 raffle fundraiser

Sell 50/50 raffle tickets during selected Timbers and Thorns FC games! It’s a great opportunity to raise funds for Special Olympics Oregon and receive a food voucher + you are free to watch the rest of the soccer match. SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER AT A GAME!

Local Program Spotlight - Clackamas County

Local Program Spotlight - Marion County

“Our focus has always been and will continue to be having fun,” said Mike Patterson, one of Special Olympics Oregon - Marion County’s superstar coaches.

A few years ago, there were no teams designated for athletes under the age of 18 in Marion County; the ten or so children involved in Special Olympics Oregon - Marion County were spread amongst the adult teams from around the county. Since he became involved, Patterson has expanded the youth program to serve around 40 athletes on a variety of youth-only teams.

Local Program Spotlight - Linn County

Melissa Holcomb, (Pictured right, with Britt Oase, CEO on the left) the newly-appointed Local Program Coordinator for Linn County, Oregon, has brought a new energy to her community, helping her local program flourish in the midst of uncertainty.